Chemist
Job#: 2045170
Job Description:
Quality Control Chemist
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform wet chemistry tests in a high-volume working environment for stability testing and quality assurance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Calibrate laboratory equipment as needed.
- Visually inspect the integrity of container/closure systems.
- Inspect lot codes/batch codes for correctness.
- Perform organoleptic and chemical analysis on bulk products, finished goods, raw materials and stability samples.
- Proficient with wet chemistry techniques.
- Assess data quickly to identify and report OOS and OOT data.
- Transcription of raw data to laboratory notebook and reports of analysis.
- Collect and document retain samples.
- Request stability sample.
- Maintain a log of stability batches.
- Coordinate with QC Document Coordinator to ship samples to outsource laboratory.
- Create stability records as needed.
- Adhere to laboratory safety standards, by adhering to all company safety policies and wearing appropriate and required PPE.
- Cover other lab personnel when needed.
- Update logbooks.
- Conduct monthly inventory of all reagents and chemicals used in QC lab.
- Monitor and maintain chart recorders.
- Comply with Company SOPs
- Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
COMPETENCIES:
- Communication proficiency
- Initiative
- Flexibility
- Learning orientation
- Problem solving/analysis
- Organizational skills
- Technical capacity
- Written expression
- Time management
- Verbal expression
- Attention detail
- Ethical Conduct
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:
- Develop working knowledge of SOPs, cGMPs, GLPs, ISO, 21CFR111, 210, 211 and 117.
- Familiarity with the use and function of common laboratory equipment.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Good visual/observation skills.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science.
- Previous work experience in food, drug, dietary supplement and/or cosmetic manufacturing is a plus. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
EEO Employer
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.